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Rest assured — we’ve got your camp comfort questions covered.
From self-inflating mats versus air mattresses to the best sleeping bags for bigger people, a comfortable camp starts with the right sleep system — and in this episode, Ben and Lauren are answering your biggest questions about beds, bags, tents, and shelter to help you build a setup that actually works.
Whether you’re weighing up stretchers against air beds (bad back and all), wondering if that new down bag smell is normal, or trying to track down a light and easy-to-roll swag for solo adventures — our gear gurus cover it all. They also tackle the big shelter debates: pop-up tents for boat and island camping, compact 4-season family tents, the cheapie tents from Kmart and Big W, air tents from Outdoor Connection and Zempire, and how to stop your gazebo from becoming a kite in high winds.
Tune in for real-world advice, honest opinions, and practical tips to help you sleep sounder and camp smarter!
The right gear means you can sleep comfortably anywhere.
Shortcuts:
00:00 – Intro
03:43 – Choosing a sleeping mat
08:27 – How to repair leaks on sleeping mats
11:15 – Bed options for mobility issues
15:17 – Sleeping bags for larger people
19:35 – ‘Wet dog’ new down bag odour
20:57 – Swags for solo female travellers and solo camping safety
27:34 – Mattress toppers for swags
29:30 – Pop-up tent alternatives and four-season tents for families
40:05 – Tents for beginners and bad backs
43:50 – Cheap vs quality tents
45:08 – Opinion on Outdoor Connection air tents
47:53 – Roof covers vs tarps
51:19 – Gazebos in high winds
56:57 – Outro
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